Not just 14 February

Why a star map for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s gifts tend to be short-lived: flowers die, chocolate gets eaten. A star map stays on the wall, and on top of that it isn’t about 14 February but about your own date. That is the difference between a gift that belongs to a day and a gift that belongs to a relationship. For couples who have been together for years and no longer need shop-bought symbolism, that often works better than the standard range.

Which evening to pick

The evening you met is the most chosen date, followed by the first date and the evening of the proposal. If you no longer remember the precise day, the month is often enough to reconstruct it together — and that conversation is already part of the gift. 14 February itself is of course an option too, but it is rarely the most interesting moment in a relationship.

How it works

You choose a date, a time and a place. From that we calculate the exact star positions using the HYG catalogue and the IAU 1982 sidereal time formula — the same method professional planetarium software uses. What you see in the preview is what gets printed.

Frequently asked questions

What if we don’t know the exact date we first met?

Then pick the date closest to it that feels right to you. Messages, photos or calendars often help to track the day down.

Will it still arrive in time for 14 February?

Within the EU usually three to six working days. Order before the start of February and you have plenty of room — the week before Valentine’s Day is the busiest of the year at the printers.

Can I order two, one for each of us?

Yes. Many couples order the same map twice, or two different moments. Shipping is free from €50, so two posters saves on shipping costs.